Bengaluru International Airport Served 41 Million Passengers in 2024-25

BANGALORE– Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru (BLR) has reached a significant milestone, handling more than 41 million passengers during the 2024-25 financial year.

This achievement represents an 11.6 percent year-on-year growth in overall passenger traffic. The airport simultaneously processed over 500,000 metric tonnes of cargo, demonstrating robust expansion across both passenger and freight operations.

Photo: Air India

Bengaluru Airport Passengers in 2024

The increase in connecting flights has significantly contributed to Bengaluru Airport’s (BLR) growing passenger numbers. The airport now serves as a crucial transfer point for travelers moving between domestic and international destinations. This hub-and-spoke model has enhanced the airport’s strategic importance in India’s aviation landscape.

International shipments saw a substantial 21 percent growth, totaling 321,418 metric tons, while domestic freight operations experienced a more modest 4 percent increase, reaching 181,062 metric tons.

International Travel

International passenger numbers showed exceptional growth, increasing by 25 percent to reach 5.83 million travelers. This substantial rise stems from IndiGo’s (6E) expanding global network and increased flight frequencies by international carriers, including Cathay Pacific (CX), KLM (KL), and Qantas (QF).

The airport has positioned itself as a crucial international hub connecting South India to global destinations.

Photo: IndiGo Airlines

Domestic Traffic

Domestic travel continued its upward trend with a 10 percent increase, bringing the total domestic passenger count to 36.05 million for the year. This growth reflects Bengaluru’s importance as a key domestic aviation hub serving central and southern India.

Infrastructure Investments

The airport has committed to investments exceeding ₹17,000 crore over the next five years to enhance infrastructure and accommodate growing passenger and cargo demands. These developments will further strengthen Bengaluru’s position as a premier aviation hub.

Cargo Operations

Cargo handling at Bengaluru Airport (BLR) crossed the 500,000 metric tonne threshold for the first time, processing a total of 502,480 metric tonnes during FY 2024-25.

This represents a 14 percent year-on-year increase. International cargo grew by 21 percent to reach 321,418 metric tons, while domestic cargo increased by 4 percent to 181,062 metric tons.

New Cargo Facilities

The airport recently inaugurated a new domestic cargo terminal with an initial capacity of 345,000 tonnes, expandable to 400,000 tonnes. This facility complements the existing cargo infrastructure, which currently handles 210,000 metric tonnes across international and domestic shipments.

Bengaluru Airport (BLR) maintains its leadership in specific export categories, particularly mangoes and coriander. Additional cargo demand comes from sectors including ready-made garments, pharmaceuticals, and machinery parts.

Photo- Kprateek88; Wikimedia Commons

Rising International Connectivity Drives Growth

The expansion of international routes has transformed Bengaluru Airport (BLR) into a gateway connecting India to major global destinations. New direct flights to previously unserved international destinations have attracted business travelers and tourists alike, contributing to the record passenger numbers.

The airport now connects to over 75 destinations across 30 countries, cementing its position as South India’s premier international gateway.

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